Recall: Life is good® Children's Sweatshirts Recalled by RedEnvelope; Garments Have Drawstrings, Pose Strangulation Hazard
| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 17, 2007 Release #07-158 |
Firm's Recall Hotline: (877) 733-3683 |
Life is good® Children's Sweatshirts Recalled by RedEnvelope; Garments Have Drawstrings, Pose Strangulation Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.Name of product: Life is good® Children's Sweatshirts
Units: About 1,200
Importer: Independent Trading Co. of San Clemente, California.
Hazard: The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: The recalled sweatshirts have "LIFE IS GOOD" written on the front in sewn-on letters. They were sold in children sizes small (6-8), medium (10) and large (12) with drawstrings through the hood. Sweatshirt colors include dark and light blue.
Sold at: www.RedEnvelope.com from March 2006 through March 2007 for about $35.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can get information about returning the sweatshirts for a full refund by contacting RedEnvelope Inc.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, call RedEnvelope Inc. toll-free at (877) 733-3683 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.RedEnvelope.com
